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Peppermint Mocha Syrup

Peppermint Mocha Syrup

Peppermint Mocha Syrup is your secret weapon for turning ordinary coffee and treats into festive, flavor-packed delights, saving you money and time while delivering irresistible homemade goodness.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 1 jar
Course: Syrup
Cuisine: Dessert
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • Pinch salt

Equipment

  • Medium Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Airtight jar or bottle

Method
 

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, water, and unsweetened cocoa powder.
    1 cup granulated sugar, 1 cup water, 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  2. Whisk the ingredients together until the cocoa powder is fully dissolved and there are no lumps.
  3. Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally.
  4. Allow the syrup to simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until it has slightly thickened. Be careful not to let it boil vigorously.
  5. Remove the saucepan from the heat.
  6. Stir in the peppermint extract, vanilla extract, and the pinch of salt. Whisk until well combined.
    1 teaspoon peppermint extract, 1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract, Pinch salt
  7. Let the syrup cool in the saucepan for about 10-15 minutes. As it cools, it will thicken further.
  8. Once slightly cooled, carefully pour the Peppermint Mocha Syrup into a clean, airtight jar or bottle for storage.

Notes

Store your homemade Peppermint Mocha Syrup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 weeks. For longer storage, you can freeze the syrup in ice cube trays or freezer-safe containers for up to 3 months. To reheat, gently warm the desired amount in a small saucepan over low heat or microwave for a few seconds. If freezing, thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.